Making Microsoft work harder for your business.
You’ve invested in the technology. So why is your team still working around it?
People are still wasting time. Processes are still manual. Information is hard to find. And the problems technology was meant to solve are still landing back on your desk.
We help you fix what’s getting in the way and get more from the Microsoft 365 and AI tools you’re already paying for making work simpler, faster and less frustrating.
And because we’re fully independent built on values, process and care we recommend what’s right for your business, not what makes us more money.
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Technology that works for your people
Right now, every technology investment has to earn its place.
But when technology isn’t your world, knowing who to trust and whether the advice you’re getting is actually right for your business isn’t easy. Especially when a new AI or technology expert seems to appear every day.
We bring experienced, accredited expertise with fully independent advice and a clear focus on business results.
We won’t sell you technology you don’t need. We’ll help you get more from what you already have, fix what’s wasting time and money, and only recommend investment when there’s a good reason for it.
You’ll always know what we recommend, why, what it costs and what you can expect in return.
No unnecessary spend. No jargon. No surprises.
Just good advice that makes your business work better.
One Accountable Team.
Unbiased Advice.
Just the way it should be.
We’re not a faceless technology provider. We’re real people who get to know you, your team and how your business works.
You won’t be passed through layers of a company or left chasing someone who can make a decision. You’ll work directly with an experienced senior team who know your business, take ownership and get things done.
Whether you have an internal team or no one responsible we seamlessly slot into your team to bolster your resources and get projects moving fast.
Does this sound familiar?
Everyone uses Microsoft 365 differently, creating confusion and rework
Information lives everywhere, making it hard to find, trust or reuse
You’re unsure who can access what - and Copilot has raised the stakes
Too much work still relies on email, spreadsheets and manual effort
You’re paying for M365, but struggling to realise real value
You want to use AI, but your data, skills and governance aren’t ready
If so, you’re not behind. You’re just missing the right foundations.
M365 support designed for ambitious SMEs
For the cost of one hire, you get the impact of a full M365 team to support strategy, governance and security, adoption, execution and support without the cost, risk or difficulty of recruitment.
Hiring in-house?
Hiring internally can be slow, expensive and high-risk – especially when momentum matters.
In-house you often find...
- Focussed on implementation, not impact
- Recruitment delays stall progress
- Employment costs extend far beyond salary
- Priorities change, but fixed roles remain
- One hire rarely covers the breadth of skills needed
With Appetite for Business, you get:
- Designed for SMEs and focused on business outcomes
- Expertise and delivery skills on tap to a full team of senior specialists
- Faster, measurable progress, with results in weeks, not months
- Flexible, outcome-led support you need exactly when you need it
- Avoid the overheads and limited skills of an internal hire
How it all began
Sheryl saw first-hand the challenges facing SME businesses: distributed teams, no consistent way of working, too many disconnected systems, and little clarity on how technology could actually support day-to-day work. The result? Long hours, unnecessary stress, inefficiency and business owners lying awake at night.
Appetite for Business began at Sheryl’s kitchen table, built on a simple belief: technology should make work and life better.
No grey suits. No techno jargon. No blind leaps of faith. Just a modern technology partner that puts people, purpose, and practical outcomes first.
We treat everyone like a human being, acknowledging everyone’s concerns, ambitions and vulnerabilities.
We do things in the right way, for the right reasons, always making progress towards what’s important.
Our customers don’t stand still and neither do we. We push boundaries and innovate and challenge ourselves to continuously grow.
We believe in partnerships built on mutual care and respect, where our actions support each other’s success.
We bring discipline, precision, and professionalism to every task, big or small.
A mindset that defines how we show up every day – accountable, proactive, and solution-driven.
Dedicated to delivering value value every step of the way
A proper Partnership
Andy Thompson, Head of Data & Technology
Blackadders
Fast Oversight. Accountability. I am thrilled.
“It’s so easy for me to check the status of where a vendor onboarding is in the process. It has very much both streamlined and consolidated the process into one simple workflow. I can’t recommend them enough.”
Julie Ray, VP Procurement Treasury
Independent Energy Company
Clear Approach. High quality consultancy. Supported Guidance.
“Appetite made it so easy to work together. Their review uncovered areas I wasn’t even aware were issues and have identified efficiencies that have freed up resources in our business. I had nothing to worry about during the project. This was invaluable. It’s very rare you get that with a provider nowadays.”
Charlie Cameron, Managing Director
Aquaterra Training
Supported. Guided. Saw the Bigger Picture.
“From the initial discovery audit through to the delivery of the project, the team supported and guided us through the entire process and became an integrated part of the team. They were able to see the bigger picture and understand all our project objectives.”
Fiona Douglas, HR and Business Services Manager
Visit Aberdeenshire
They Listen. They Deliver. They Care.
“Appetite delivered 184 hours efficiency per year in just the pilot team with their targeted Microsoft 365 training.
They listened to what we needed and didn’t try to sell what we didn’t want. Our classes were oversubscribed. Even I who thought I knew everything signed up for several. I’d highly recommend them.”
HR Manager
Spirit Energy
Smooth process. Fun. Engaging.
“I’m blown away by our engagement with Appetite from start to finish the entire process has been smooth, the training provided has been second to none and I can confidently speak on behalf of my colleagues when I say a very big thank you to all the awesome people at Appetite you’re a fantastic bunch of people who make training a fun but very engaging experience and we look forward to working with you in the future.”
Craig Henderson, Former ICT & Service Delivery Manager.
Langstane Housing
Operationally Efficient. 40% savings. Visibility.
“We have seen 40% improvement in collaboration and reduced costs making us more operationally efficient. The audit showed us where simple improvements could be made to keep us secure and I wish I’d known about the abilities within Microsoft 365 than spending time and money on multiple systems we didn’t need.”
Finance Manager
Professional Services
Meet the team
Whether you’re ready to take a more structured approach to how technology supports your business, exploring what’s possible or simply want straight-talking practical advice on getting more value from the Microsoft 365 and Copilot tools you already use, we’re here to help you move forward with confidence.
• We’ll take the time to understand your business
• We’ll map out an approach together based on your goals and how to get the most of the tools you already use
I know what it’s like to grow an SME: processes that don’t scale, staff stretched to the limit, and tools like Microsoft 365, Copilot AI, and the Power Platform that promise a lot but rarely deliver real outcomes without the right guidance. With deep industry experience, I’ve seen teams firefight inefficiencies, juggle manual work, and balance ambition with risk all while doing the right thing for the business.
We cut through that complexity to deliver practical, measurable digital outcomes and are commited to helping teams work smarter, giving leaders clarity, and making work genuinely better for the people who do it.
Sheryl Newman - Founder and CEO